How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Please also include the contact information for two (2) individuals who have agreed to provide recommendations if needed. Review of applications will begin Monday, November 9, and we expect to extend an offer no later than Monday, November 16, 2026. This appointment opportunity is subject to final approval by the academic unit.
Job Summary
The Department of Natural Sciences at UM-Dearborn is seeking applications for one or more LEO Lecturer I non-tenure track appointments for the Winter 2027 term, for which classes begin on January 6, 2027. The contractual full-time rate per term is $25,500.00, salary is dependent upon the number of courses taught, up to 33.33% appointment for the Winter term.
The LEO Lecturer I would be teaching one Astronomy lecture course (ASTR 133) at the undergraduate level for the Winter 2027 Semester. ASTR 133 is a four-credit lecture course, meeting twice per week, in-person, on the Dearborn campus. Classes in the 2027 Winter semester will run from January 6 - April 20, with final examinations taking place during the interval from Friday, April 23 - Thursday, April 29. Based on performance and enrollment, the LEO Lecturer I may be renewed for subsequent semesters.
Responsibilities*
Duties of this position include teaching an undergraduate lecture course with full-course responsibility. This includes providing students a syllabus and materials using the online course management system; evaluating and grading students; setting and grading examinations including the final examination; holding regularly scheduled office hours; conducting engaging and informative class sessions; ensuring students are informed of any class developments; and handling routine matters related to instruction and assessment.
Required Qualifications*
Candidates must possess an earned Masters degree in Astronomy or Physics, with relevant teaching experience and evidence of teaching excellence.
Desired Qualifications*
Prefer candidates who have earned a PhD in Physics or Astronomy or a related professional subject, with relevant specialization.
Why Work at U-M Dearborn?
The University of Michigan-Dearborn (UM-Dearborn) is one of the three campuses of the University of Michigan. UM-Dearborn, a comprehensive university offering high quality undergraduate, graduate, professional and continuing education to residents of southeastern Michigan, and attracts more than 9,000 students. Our faculty comes from respected universities and doctoral programs, are recognized for excellence in research and teaching, and are active in professional and academic service roles in their respective fields. US News and World Report recently recognized our campus as a Best Regional University.
The campus is located on 200 acres of the original Henry Ford Estate. Dearborn is centrally located within one of America's largest business regions. The geographically diverse area provides faculty with a variety of urban, suburban, and rural areas within a reasonable commute, including Detroit, Detroit suburbs, and Ann Arbor.
Modes of Work
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Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
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